8BitDo Retro R8 Mouse with Charging Dock, PAW 3395 Optical Sensor DPI 26,000, Wireless Mouse with 4K Polling Rate, Programmable Buttons, and Kailh Sword GM X Micro Switches – N Edition
€50
Price: $49.99
(as of Sep 20, 2025 20:18:34 UTC – Details)
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8BitDo is a premier 3rd party video game hardware company with a special focus on retro themed game controllers.
Renowned for producing the highest quality retro controllers on the market, 8BitDo’s controller line has been referred to as, “a range of excellent retro-style game controllers” by The Verge.
8BitDo’s goal is to produce premium quality game controllers with ultra-compatibility at economical prices.
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Inspired by the Classics. A seamless match for your Retro Keyboard.
Built with PAW 3395 Sensor.
Charging dock as signal extension.
Kailh Sword GM X Micro Switches – Engineered for up to 100 million clicks.
Customizable control – Programmable buttons, left/right-hand mode switching, DPI adjustment with 6 levels, and polling rate adjustment via Ultimate Software V2.
3 connection modes – Bluetooth, 2.4G wireless, or wired USB-C for flexible connectivity.
Customers say
Customers find the mouse has a premium feel and appreciate its NES-themed design, battery life, and Bluetooth connectivity, with one customer noting it can connect to three devices simultaneously. The mouse receives positive feedback for its weight and gaming capabilities, particularly for PC gaming. The functionality and buttons receive mixed reviews – while the mouse functions brilliantly, some customers report side buttons stop working entirely, and while the buttons on both sides are appreciated, one customer notes they may require adjustment.
13 reviews for 8BitDo Retro R8 Mouse with Charging Dock, PAW 3395 Optical Sensor DPI 26,000, Wireless Mouse with 4K Polling Rate, Programmable Buttons, and Kailh Sword GM X Micro Switches – N Edition
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Scott Wells –
Retro flair meets high-tech performanceâperfect desktop companion
This 8BitDo Retro R8 mouse immediately caught my attention with its nostalgic design, perfectly matching my retro-themed keyboard, yet it delivers modern performance with its PAW 3395 optical sensor and Kailh Sword GM-X micro switches. The sensor responded smoothly and accurately whether I was browsing or flipping through documents, while the switches provided a satisfying tactile click that feels premium and precise. Switching between 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth, and wired USB-C modes was seamless, giving me flexibility to connect to my desktop, laptop, or gaming console as needed. The included charging dock not only keeps the mouse poweredâfrom its rechargeable batteryâbut also acts as a stable base when idle, minimizing desktop clutter. Ergonomically, it feels lightweight and well-balanced, ideal for daily use, though it may require a bit of adjustment if youâre used to weighted gaming mice. Overall, this mouse blends form and function brilliantly: it performs just as well as it looks, making it a standout pick for anyone looking to elevate their workspace aesthetics without sacrificing performance.
Joshua Farmer –
The perfect mouse doesn’t exis….
The only mouse you’ll ever need. The weight of the charge dock is portioned perfect so that you can lift the mouse off without lifting the charge dock. The mouse is held on by magnetics and the 2.4ghz dongle plugs into the dock also for a short wireless signal distance. 500mah battery so it won’t go dead on you while not in use. The thing goes up to 8000hz polling which is just insane. Looks NES themed and I adore this. Very light weight mouse and super comfortable. Has 4 side buttons, 2 on each side, easy to press and positioned so I don’t accidently press them. The wheel feels great with a button below it to change DPI on the fly. Goes perfect with my Retro NES style keyboard. Grab both and you’ll be happy.
Dave P –
Way better than 8BitDo’s previous attempt at a mouse.
This mouse replaced the mouse I had in my office and I absolutely love it. Perfect weight and grip to make it incredibly comfortable during day to day use and I love the charging stand it comes with. The stand has the removable USB 2.4G adapter plugged directly into it so I can keep it plugged into my workstation for easy charging and connectivity. (Bluetooth also built in so it’s nice you have a choice)Perfect companion to 8BitDo’s keyboards!Feels way more premium compared to 8BitDo’s previous NES mouse that felt so incredibly cheap.
Aharon Howley –
Great looking and performing mouse.
Very good mouse, great retro authentic. The mouse had a smooth glide and comes seamlessly off of the stand without lifting it up. There are also buttons on both sides so it is lefty friendly as well.
Benjamin –
Great product, as usual!
Love the mouse, it matches my 8bitdo Retro NES keyboard. As per usual with 8bitdo, everything is very high quality, feels great to unbox and works seamlessly. The mouse is a great size and all the buttons and scroll wheel feel great to use. It isn’t really a complaint, but the mouse is pretty light. I think some people prefer that, but it took me some getting used to. The base looks sweet and has a great weight to it, such that I can take the mouse on and off of it with ease. I haven’t played around with the software, but just use my mouse and keyboard for generic every day use on my apple Mac mini. Very happy with my purchase!
Joon Lee –
A Pleasant Surprise
I bought this mouse for casual desktop use, but I was pleased to find that it’s great for PC gaming, too. This mouse uses the PAW 3395 sensor, which is found in many cheap gaming mice. It has great tracking, and 8BitDo’s software allows a great deal of customizability.It’s great for casual FPS games (eg: 7 Days to Die, ARK: Survival Ascended, etc.). You have to swipe the mouse really fast to make it skip (I use a 1,000Hz polling rate, 400DPI, and 2mm lift-off distance). However, because the mouse can still skip if you swipe it really fast, I’d be wary of relying on it for competitive gameplay like Counter-Strike.The included charging stand is incredibly convenient, and thank goodness for USB Type C charging. My previous mouse was a SteelSeries Rival 650 wireless mouse, and it was annoying to need a Micro-USB cable to charge it, as well as it being inconvenient to use and charge at the same time (you can’t configure the Rival 650 to not sleep when plugged in). The 8BitDo R8 has none of these problems.This is a lightweight, well-built mouse that offers great value for the money. I’d trust it for all but the most extreme use cases. Its convenience, pricing, and performance make it a great mouse overall.
Devon Moore –
It’s a niche mouse
It works, the buttons are odd and the edges are very sharp.
D. A. Brown –
Cool mouse, but a little uncomfortable
I love the look of this mouse, but it’s not exactly comfortable for long sessions. I have kind of wide hands and it requires just a little too much cupping to be comfortable for gaming. It might be more comfortable for narrower hands.But being able have it connected to three devices at once and switch between them is pretty great.It’s serving me well on my daily use PC that I mostly have on in the background while working.
Ubiratan –
Além do visual retrô que combina perfeitamente com o teclado, a ideia de ter uma base carregadora que também funciona como uma extensão do receptor sem fio é muito boa. A única ressalva que alguém pode ter é que o mouse é muito leve, mas eu não acho um problema.
Petter Legind –
So awesome
Jet –
I do like this mouse, however, it’s not the best fit for my larger hands. I would be nice to see a larger version of the mouse. Plus it would also be nice to get one in the same theme as the Famicom Retro keyboard.
Jonathan –
Compré el ratón de 8BitDo para hacer combo con su teclado retro y la verdad: vaya pasada. Se nota desde el primer momento que está muy bien construido, con materiales sólidos y un diseño que no solo es bonito, sino cómodo.âï¸ Diseño retro brutal, muy en la lÃnea de lo que hace 8BitDo. Si te mola lo nostálgico pero funcional, este ratón te va a encantar.âï¸ Calidad superior a muchas marcas más caras, sin exagerar. Los clics tienen buen tacto, el scroll va suave y el sensor responde perfecto.âï¸ Se conecta fácil (Bluetooth o por receptor) y la baterÃa dura un montón.âï¸ El conjunto con el teclado queda espectacular, parece sacado de una consola antigua pero con rendimiento moderno.Sinceramente, esperaba algo bueno, pero me ha sorprendido para bien. Si estás dudando entre este y otras marcas más conocidas: no lo pienses, 8BitDo lo está haciendo muy bien.
Matthias Nickel –
Die Maus wurde pünktlich geliefert.Im Lieferumfang befand sich ein ausreichend langes USB-C – USB-A Kabel zum verbinden der Maus an einen rückseitigen USB-Port (Tower unter dem Schreibtisch), so dass die Docking Station auf dem Schreibtisch stehen kann.Die Maus lässt sich konfigurieren (4 Tasten), wenn sie auf 2.4G konfiguriert ist (Kippschalter auf der Rückseite). Damit verbindet sie sich über die Dockingstation mit dem Computer. Via Bluetooth verbindet sie sich ohne Dockingstation mit einem eventuell schon vorhandenen BT-Dongle, lässt sich dann aber nicht konfigieren.Ein Firmwareupdate habe ich noch nicht versucht, dafür muss die Maus direkt via USB-A/C (Computer) – USB-A (Maus auf der Rückseite) angeschlossen werden.Die Tasten funktionieren einwandfrei, Das Mausrad ist normal schwergängig, das Scrollrad ist gleichzeitig auch eine Taste, welche sich bei mit zumindest nicht ausversehen beim Scrollen auslösen lässt.Das es sich nicht um eine Rechtshändermaus handelt ist für mich als Linkshänder von Vorteil: Auf beiden Seiten befinden sich zwei frei programmierbare Tasten, welche zuverlässig funktionieren.Ich bin sehr zufrieden mit dem Kauf und hoffe, dass die Tasten lange halten. Sollte dies nicht der Fall sein, werde ich die Bewertung überarbeiten.